In 1 Corinthians 13:13 we read, “Now abides faith, hope, and love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” We tend to speak a lot about faith, and certainly focus on the importance of love, but a life without hope is a life lived in depression and uncertainty. God in His infinite wisdom, has revealed to us in the pages of His Word what His plan is working toward. The importance of Eschatology (The study of the last days) is seen that it is given to give us hope and perspective in light of the culture around us. Hope introduces life and happiness into this sin-stained and death-filled world. Yet, sadly, most people in this world know nothing of the advantages and privileges that true hope brings. W are reminded in Hebrews 6:19, that we have “an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast. The hopelessness of the world stand in stark contrast to the genuine and lasting hope that God offers, by giving us and understanding of the redemptive plan that He has for mankind. The Bible began to reveal God’s plan of redemption way back in Genesis 3:14-15, and the entirety of the … READ MORE

In Mark 9 a man comes to Jesus whose son was having convulsions, and he knew that Jesus was able to heal her, but was not sure He would choose to heal her. He says in Verse 24 “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief” Why is it that trusting the Lord, is do difficult. Many of us are just like this father, who is uncertain that Jesus cares enough about us and our circumstances to intervene on our behalf. We try to figure out what we need to do, and attempt to carry out those plans. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” We must understand that God knows His plans for us, and we need to trust him in the midst of our circumstances to bring about His desired end. This is not a form of fatalism that causes us to just tolerate results, it is a trust that allows us to move forward where we are with a confidence that God has it all under control. When we struggle we need to be like this … READ MORE

Why was the Bible Written? This is a question that has been asked by many over the centuries. The purpose of the Word of God is to reveal God’s plan to overcome, man’s problem. When man sinned in the garden, he became incapable of coming to God. So God has given us His plan for restoring the relationship that has been lost in the fall. The Word of God is given to prepare people for the coming of Christ, and to come to appreciate and accept the Work of Christ to provide salvation which brings a restored relationship to God. In order to give that instruction, God begins with a time of teaching in order to make possible a proper understanding of the ministry of Christ, this is done in the Old Testament, through the calling out of a people (Israel) and a giving of the law to Moses. There needed to be time for Israel and the world to recognize the need for a messiah. The New Testament the explains the shadows and instruction of the Old Testament, and fills up the History of salvation. Today, the events of our lives move us to a point where we realize … READ MORE